Wayuu Hand-Crocheted Mochila Crossbody Bags

Casa Bonita is proud to offer Wayuu Hand-Crocheted Crossbody Bags, expertly hand-crocheted by matriarchal Wayuu Indigenous Artisan women.

These vibrant, unique and intrinsic Wayuu Tribal Mochila Bags, are exquisitely handcrafted by Sandra Aguilar and her family.

The Wayuu Tribal legend, shares that a sacred spider taught women the skill of weaving. The Artisans continue their connection with their cosmos by weaving nature and culture into the colours and designs of each woven piece, while preserving Indigenous ancestral techniques.

Our Wayuu Mochila Bags, are the absolute representation of the Wayuu women's dreams and creativity. Each design is unique to the individual weaver, who tell their story through the geometric beauty and the deep spiritual message they carry.

Each Wayuu Mochila Bags is handmade, using naturally dyed high quality yarn threads and traditional hand-crochet and weaving techniques. It takes an Artisan up to 3 weeks to create each bag, making more than 5000 stitches to complete this unique and powerful fashion accessory.

Key Features:

• Artisan Excellence: Each Wayuu Mochila Bag is handmade, using naturally dyed high quality yarn threads and traditional hand-crochet and weaving techniques. It takes an Artisan up to 3 weeks to create each bag, making more than 5000 stitches to complete this unique and powerful fashion accessory.

• Natural Beauty: Experience the natural combination of texture and durability. Handcrafted using only the finest quality grade yarn, these refined and textured Wayuu Mochila Bags, display exceptional skill and generations of expertise.

• Eco-Friendly: Made from sustainable and eco-friendly materials, these Wayuu Wayuu Mochila Bags, are a tribute to nature and the environment. The integration of natural fibres and ancestral techniques, has been perfected by Indigenous Artisans for centuries, adding authenticity to their environmental and cultural significance.

Product Details:

• Statement Elegance: These Wayuu Mochila Bags, are unique and powerful and are worn with pride. Choose from various colours and designs to compliment your own style.

• Conscious Choices: These Wayuu Mochila Bags, are not just beautiful, they are also vegan and eco-friendly, aligning perfectly with your values. They are the ideal gift for the eco-conscious loved one.
  

• Unique Variations: Due to the Artisan nature of this product, expect delightful variations in size, color, and shape, adding to the charm of each piece.

• Dimensions: 

  Mini Mochila: L - 20 cm 

  Strap incl: L - 110 cm 

Materials:

• High quality yarn

• Natural Dyes

Product Care:

Machine wash safe - cold and delicate cycle

Origin: 

Ishipaa Community, La Guajira Desert, Colombia

Artisan Group:

Sandra Aguilar Riohacha

Learn more about Sandra Aguilar here

Social Impact: 

Generates Authentic Employment: Casa Bonita generates authentic job opportunities, supporting communities with meaningful and sustainable employment.

Fosters Financial Stability: Your purchase ensures a stable income for skilled Artisans and Indigenous tribes, strengthening their families' future.

Empowers Women's Economic Freedom: By choosing our products, you directly contribute to empowering women, enabling them to take control of their economic destiny.

Nurtures Self-Worth and Well-Being: It's not just a purchase; it's an investment in the self-worth and quality of life of our Artisans.

Champions Sustainability: We are dedicated to eco-conscious business practices, reducing our environmental footprint.

Inspires Creativity and Pride: Your support fosters a sense of creativity and personal and collective pride in our Artisans' work.

Preserves and Shares Heritage: Casa Bonita honours and preserves cultural identities, traditions, and ancestral techniques, ensuring they flourish for generations to come.

Your Impact with Every Purchase:

• Supports fair income for rural women Artisans

• Empowers women toward economic independence

• Preserves ancestral weaving techniques and traditions

• Encourages eco-conscious and sustainable practices

• Fosters community pride and creativity